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Hobo Casserole Ground Beef

Delicious Hobo Casserole Ground Beef for Cozy Family Dinners

Enjoy a comforting and flavorful Hobo Casserole Ground Beef that warms hearts and fills bellies.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 portions
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 pound Ground Beef substitute with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil any cooking oil or butter can be used
  • 1 medium Onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 4 medium Potatoes thinly sliced
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese substitute with Monterey Jack if desired
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese can skip for dairy-free versions
  • 2 teaspoons Italian Seasoning can swap with oregano and basil
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika cayenne for spiciness
  • to taste Salt essential seasoning
  • to taste Pepper essential seasoning
  • 1 cup Beef Broth or Water use vegetable broth for vegetarian option
  • 1/4 cup Milk optional
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley optional garnish
For the Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers chopped
  • 1 medium Jalapeños sliced
  • 1 can Cream of Mushroom Soup stir for creaminess

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • large skillet
  • mandoline

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, add the ground beef, and cook for about 5-7 minutes until browned.
  3. Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the beef, sauté for 3-4 minutes until onion is soft.
  4. Spread the beef mixture in the baking dish, layer thinly sliced potatoes, and season with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika.
  5. Sprinkle cheddar and Parmesan cheese over potatoes, pour beef broth around the edges, and drizzle milk if using.
  6. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden and fork-tender.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Feel free to explore different twists with your Hobo Casserole Ground Beef as you create a delicious, hearty meal that warms the heart.

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